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TRB is seeking nominations of researchers to par-ticipate in the Chan Wui and Yunyin Rising StarWorkshop in July 2016. Conducted on a transat-lantic cruise from the United States to China, theworkshop will facilitate research sharing and con-nections among early-career and experienced pro-fessionals in the fields of transportation andtelecommunications.

Prospective fellows should have 1 to 3 years ofpostdoctoral experience. Candidates for senior fel-lows should have more than 30 years of academic

experience, as well as experience as mentors.Application materials are due November 2, 2015,at 5 p.m. U.S. Eastern time.

Up to eight fellows and four senior fellows willbe selected. All communication will be in Eng-lish, and selected participants will be announcedat the 2016 TRB Annual Meeting in January inWashington, D.C.

For more information, visit www.trb.org/Main/Blurbs/172605.aspx.

High-Level Workshop Crosses the Ocean